Living in Hartford, WI
Washington County, Wisconsin
By Kaeley Simek, REALTOR® · Updated November 2026
Hartford is a small city in western Washington County on the Rubicon River, with a walkable downtown, an active arts scene, and the Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest just outside town.
Real estate & homes in Hartford
Hartford has older homes near downtown, ranches and two-story homes in established neighborhoods, newer subdivisions, condos, and country properties in the surrounding area.
Local favorites & things to do
- Wisconsin Automotive Museum
- Schauer Arts Center – Live performances and art exhibits
- Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest
- Hartford Mill Pond and the Rubicon River
- Scoop DeVille – 1950s-style ice cream parlor
- Hartford Outdoor Farmers' Market
Schools & education
Hartford is served by the Hartford Joint #1 School District for grades K–8 and Hartford Union High School for grades 9–12.
School assignments can vary by address, so always verify with the district before you buy. You can compare districts and schools on the Wisconsin DPI School and District Report Cards.
Map of Hartford
Buying or selling in Hartford with Kaeley
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About the author: Kaeley Simek, REALTOR®
I’m a REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty Milwaukee Southwest, helping buyers and sellers across Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, Kenosha and Walworth Counties. I grew up in a real estate family and studied marketing and psychology at Carroll University.
I take great pride in doing everything I can to give you the ultimate buying or selling experience. My top values are communication, honesty, kindness and having the heart of a teacher: guiding you and explaining your options so you can make great decisions. I’m extremely experienced with unique and tough challenges, and I love to negotiate.
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